Lauren and Curtis spend six hours per week studying for the botany course. Lauren is concerned that if she doesn't study she will fail the course; Curtis is concerned that if he doesn't study he won't earn the highest grade in the class. In this example:
Correct answer: B. Lauren is motivated by a fear of failure and Curtis is motivated by a need for achievement
- A. Lauren is motivated by both a fear of failure and a need for achievement, while Curtis is merely motivated by a need for achievement
- B. Lauren is motivated by a fear of failure and Curtis is motivated by a need for achievement
- C. both students are motivated by a need for achievement
- D. both students are motivated by a fear of failure
Explanation
Lauren studies to avoid failing, showing fear of failure, whereas Curtis studies to attain the highest grade, showing a need for achievement. The distinction is whether behaviour is directed mainly at avoiding failure or pursuing excellence.
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